New Garmin Aera 'Flying Nuvi' GPS Goes from Plane to Car

GPS has transformed private aviation, putting powerful navigation, airport, and safety information at the pilot's fingertips. Garmin makes the most popular portable aviation GPS models by far, and this week introduces a brand new series that looks much like the well-known nuvi car line, but is fully loaded for aviation use as well. The aera series (models 500, 510, 550, 560) may be used in a plane, or for auto travel.  Very handy for the pilot, and it cuts down on the amount of equipment needed for a plane-car trip. Pilots will want to get into the technical specs for these new models, which range in price from $875 to $2,199. Image © Garmin